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Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter identifies the equipment versions covered by this Reference Guide;
describes the purpose of the equipment in a typical system; provides a summary of
its main features; identifies the controls, indicators and connectors in a guided tour
of the front and rear panels; and lists the available options.
Chapter 2: Installing and Powering Up
This chapter provides a guide to the suitability of an installation; gives detailed
procedures for the preparation, installation and configuration of the equipment
including important safety information; provides pin-out details of the external
connectors; and details the power-up/-down procedures.
Chapter 3: Hardware Options and Software Licenses
This chapter describes the hardware options and software licenses.
Chapter 4: Operating the MX8400 Multiplexer using nCompass Control
This chapter describes how to set the IP address of the MX8400 Multiplexer to allow
it to connect to nCompass Control.
Chapter 5: Preventive Maintenance and Fault-Finding
This chapter details routine maintenance tasks to be performed; provides general
servicing advice, and information regarding warranty and maintenance; provides a
full list the error messages
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that may occur, and any appropriate Operator action to
be taken; provides general fault-finding information for other types of problem which
may be encountered; and provides relevant disposal information.
Annex A: Glossary
Annex B: Technical Specification
Annex C: Static Parameters
Annex D: Conditional Access
Annex E: Redundancy Modes
Annex F: IP Protocol Stack
Annex G: ProMPEG FEC Support for IP Streaming
Annex H: Setting up the SFN Functionality
Annex I: PSIG Support
Annex J: BISS Support
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Please note that relevant extracts of this list appears in appropriate sections throughout this Reference Guide.
Preliminary Pages
Introduction
This Reference Guide provides instructions and information for the installation,
operation of the MX8400 Multiplexer.
This Reference Guide should be kept in a safe place for reference for the life of the
equipment. It is not intended that this Reference Guide will be amended by the issue
of individual pages. Any revision will be by a complete reissue. Further copies of this
Reference Guide can be ordered from the address listed in Page vi, Customer
Services. If passing the equipment to a third party, also pass the relevant
documentation.
Revision History
Issues of this Reference Guide are listed below:
Issue Date Software
Version
Comments
1 Feb 2009 2.0.0
RJ-45 Ethernet Option Card with PRO MPEG FEC
added.
2 Nov 2009 3.0.0
SFN functionality added and associated GPS
Interface card supported.
Missing PID Monitoring supported. DVB PSIG
interface supported.
Various other improvements to the specification and
functionality.
References to nCC revised and updated.
3 Dec 2010 5.0.0
Program Level Redundancy functionality added.
Streaming EMMs to Multiple Output Transport
Streams
Under nCC, now allows remultiplexing of transport
streams without reading or processing PCR
information
Carriage of ECMs for Services in the Clear
Rear panel indicators now show status of ASI inputs
and outputs.
A Jan 2011 5.0.0
Allocation of Ericsson Number Identity and Rebrand
completed.
B Nov 2011 5.2.0 Inclusion of Dual PSU and BISS Modes 1 and 2.
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Associated Documents
The following manuals/guides are also associated with this equipment:
Ericsson Part Number Original Part No, Title
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MX8400 Multiplexer (Sv 5.2.0> User
Guide
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Preliminary Pages
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
The manufacturer can not be held responsible for injuries or damage where
warnings and cautions have been ignored or taken lightly.
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is
operated.
Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Warning!
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emphasis, as in this example, and are placed immediately preceding the point at
which the reader requires them.
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equipment or other goods. They are highlighted for emphasis, as in this example,
and are placed immediately preceding the point at which the reader requires them.
Note: Notes provide supplementary information. They are highlighted for
emphasis, as in this example, and are placed immediately after the relevant
text.
EMC Compliance
This equipment is certified to the EMC requirements detailed in Annex B, Technical
Specification. To maintain this certification, only use the leads supplied or if in doubt
contact Customer Services.
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Contact Information
Support Services
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Technical Training
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provide both regularly scheduled courses and training tailored to individual needs.
Courses can be run either at your premises or at one of our dedicated training
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Return of Equipment
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Please refer to the Customer Services Contact Information on Page vii
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the appropriate facilities for that equipment. A tracking number will be issued that
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equipment should be properly packed and the tracking number should be clearly
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Technical Publications
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1 Introduction
Chapter 1
Contents
1.1 Terminology..........................................................................................1-3
1.2 Scope of this Guide ..............................................................................1-3
1.2.1 Who Should Use this Guide .................................................................1-3
1.2.2 What this Guide Describes ................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2.1 Identifying the Equipment ..................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2.2 Product Codes......................................................................................1-4
1.2.3 Equipment Information Label................................................................ 1-5
1.2.3.1 Contents of Label .................................................................................1-5
1.2.3.2 Firmware/Software Versions ................................................................1-5
1.3 Summary of Features ...........................................................................1-6
1.3.1 Overview............................................................................................... 1-6
1.3.2 Main Features....................................................................................... 1-6
1.3.2.1 Program Specific Information Generator (PSIG) .................................. 1-7
1.3.2.2 Program Clock Reference (PCR) ......................................................... 1-7
1.3.2.3 Frequency Synchronization .................................................................. 1-8
1.3.2.4 Table Generation..................................................................................1-8
1.3.2.5 TS IP Summary of Features .................................................................1-8
1.3.2.6 ASI Input/Output Summary of Features ...............................................1-8
1.3.2.7 Dual PSU..............................................................................................1-9
1.3.3 Remote Reflex......................................................................................1-9
1.3.3.1 Statistical Multiplexing ..........................................................................1-9
1.3.3.2 Remote Statistical Multiplexing............................................................. 1-9
1.3.3.3 Reflex Operation................................................................................... 1-9
1.3.3.4 Reflex Static Parameters.................................................................... 1-10
1.3.4 Conditional Access ............................................................................. 1-11
1.3.4.1 DVB CA (Option) ................................................................................1-11
1.3.4.2 BISS ...................................................................................................1-11
1.3.5 Single Frequency Networks Functionality...........................................1-11
1.3.6 Extended Functionality .......................................................................1-11
1.4 Role of the MX8400 Multiplexer .........................................................1-12
1.4.1 The MX8400 Multiplexer as an iSIS 8000 Solution Component.........1-12
1.4.2 MX8400 Multiplexer Control Using nCompass................................... 1-12
1.5 Guided Tour........................................................................................ 1-12
1.5.1 Construction .......................................................................................1-12
1.5.2 Indicators ............................................................................................ 1-13
1.5.2.1 Front Panel Indicators ........................................................................1-13
1.5.2.2 Rear Panel Connectors ......................................................................1-13
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1.5.2.3 Rear Panel Indicators......................................................................... 1-14
List of Figures
Figure 1.1 Front View of the MX8400 Multiplexer [Dual PSU]............................... 1-4
Figure 1.2 Current Label (Affixed to the side of the unit) ....................................... 1-5
Figure 1.3 Current Label (Affixed to the rear of the unit) ....................................... 1-5
Figure 1.4 The Role of the MX8400 Multiplexer in a Cable Distribution System . 1-12
Figure 1.5 Front Panel Indicators ........................................................................ 1-13
Figure 1.6 Typical Rear View of the MX8400 Multiplexer.................................... 1-13
Figure 1.7 Rear Panel Indicators ......................................................................... 1-14
List of Tables
Table 1.1 Model Number Descriptions .................................................................. 1-4
Table 1.2 Software License Key Descriptions ....................................................... 1-4
Table 1.3 Static Parameters [Reflex] ................................................................... 1-10
Introduction
1.1 Terminology
In this Reference Guide, the following definitions apply:
MX8400 or MX8400 Multiplexer refers to the product MX8400 MPEG
Video/Audio/Data Multiplexer;
Multiplexer refers to a single multiplexing engine within the MX8400 which
provides a single multi-program transport stream (MPTS) output.
1.2 Scope of this Guide
1.2.1 Who Should Use this Guide
This guide is written for operators and users of the MX8400 MPEG
Video/Audio/Data Multiplexer and describes its functions and operation. It will assist
in the installation and day-to-day care and operation of the unit. Maintenance
information that requires covers to be removed is not included.
Warning!
Do not remove the covers of this equipment. Hazardous voltages are present within
this equipment and may be exposed if the covers are removed. Only suitably trained
and experienced service engineers are permitted to service this equipment.
Caution!
Unauthorized maintenance or the use of non-approved replacements may affect the
equipment specification and invalidate any warranties.
1.2.2 What this Guide Describes
1.2.2.1 Identifying the Equipment
Figure 1.1 shows the front of the MX8400 MPEG Video/Audio/Data Multiplexer.
There are no controls or connectors at the front panel. However, the PSU (dual if
two are fitted) are accessed from the front panel.
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Figure 1.1 Front View of the MX8400 Multiplexer [Dual PSU]
1.2.2.2 Product Codes
This guide covers products with the marketing codes shown below. See Table 1.1
for a full explanation of the marketing codes, labeling and descriptions.
Table 1.1 Model Number Descriptions
Model Number
E10246
Marketing Code
MX8400/BAS/DPS
Description
2U base Unit with S13512 master card
Summary of Features
See Section 1.3
Price Object Number
FAZ 101 0114/31
The functionality of the Multiplexer can be augmented by purchasing software
licensing keys. These are described in Table 1.2.
Table 1.2 Software License Key Descriptions
Marketing Code:
MX8400/SWO/…
MUX DVBCA DVBCA/EXT SFN
Option
Additional
Multiplexed Output
DVB CA Base
Option
Additional DVB CA
System Support
Additional SFN
Capable TS Output
Description
Enables each
additional MPTS
output.
Enables DVB
Common
Scrambling
Algorithm for one
transport stream.
Enables DVB
Common
Scrambling
Algorithm for each
additional
multiplexed output
transport stream
Enables additional
SFN capable TS
outputs
Price Object
Number
FAZ 101 0114/8 FAZ 101 0114/6 FAZ 101 0114/7 FAZ 101 0114/10
Supply Object
Number
FAT 102 0184 FAT 102 0185 FAT 102 0186 FAT 102 0189
Note: See Chapter 3, Hardware Options, and Software Licenses for information
relating to other purchasable options and licenses.
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1.2.3 Equipment Information Label
1.2.3.1 Contents of Label
On the side and rear of the unit there are information labels Figures 1.2 & Figure 1.3
Which Identifies the configuration of the unit. The inclusion of options may affect the
rear panel labeling
Figure 1.2 Current Label (Affixed to the side of the unit)
Figure 1.3 Current Label (Affixed to the rear of the unit)
8000 MULTIPLEXER
Serial No.TB46323
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
MX8400/BAS
Product Number
A code which
identifies the
product for
Serial Number
A unique number
for unit
Bar Code
Used for unit
identification
in the
manufacturing
process
Equipment
Number and
Product Type
8000
MULTIPLEXER
S/N TB46323
KDU XXX XXX/X
1.2.3.2 Firmware/Software Versions
This guide has been written to cover the functionality of the firmware/software
versions which are contained within the Release Version 5.2.0
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.
This guide continues to be relevant to subsequent build versions where the
functionality of the equipment has not changed. Where the build standard changes
the functionality, a new issue of this guide will be provided.
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Release Version 3.0 and later guarantees option card functionality. Versions earlier than 2.0.0 do not support all option cards.
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1.3 Summary of Features
1.3.1 Overview
The MX8400 MPEG Video/Audio/Data Multiplexer is housed in a 2RU, 19-inch rack
mounted unit. It is designed to meet the needs of IP distribution infrastructures. It is
ideally suited to a wide range of multiplexing and re-multiplexing applications. These
include primary multiplexing in headends for Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite
contribution and distribution systems. It can also provide the hub for applications in
cable and terrestrial television central headends.
1.3.2 Main Features
Up to eight independent output transport streams, each capable of creating a
multi-program stream conforming to the MPEG-2 transport layer specification
(ISO/IEC 13818-1 MPEG-2 Systems). Each multiplexer can be configured
independently e.g. output data rates, PCR mode of operation.
Note: The MX8400/BAS provides a single multiplexer engine which produces a
single output transport stream, additional multiplexers are a licensable
feature (MX8400/SWO/MUX).
The maximum output bit rate for a single multiplexer is 250 Mbps. The
resolution, to which the output rate of a transport stream can be set, by entering
a bit rate, is 1 bps.
The output bit rate can be set exactly to any of the DVB-T modes.
SFN adapter functionality is included to produce an output transport stream in
accordance to TS 101 191 V1.4.1.
Note: When operating in SFN mode, the output bit rate is calculated as described
in Annex H.
The maximum aggregated output bit rate is 1 Gbps, shared across the transport
streams created.
Each multiplexer supports Ericsson Reflex Statistical Multiplexing (see also
Section 1.3.3 for Remote Reflex). This enables connected Encoders to be
grouped together to share an overall group bit rate, allocating a percentage of
the total bit rate to each Encoder depending on the complexity of the encoded
content.
Ericsson Reflex Statistical Multiplexing allows bandwidth harvesting to help
maintain quality targets. Any bit rates not being used by multiplexed components
are distributed across all component video services. Data rate sharing between
components allows a user-defined higher quality-target component to take
bandwidth from user-defined lower quality-target components.
Internal time references are used to ensure the multiplexing process does not
affect time critical data.
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Multiplexer output transport streams can be created from any services or
components carried on any input transport stream. A single component can also
be used in multiple output transport streams. Each multiplexer engine receives
PSI/SI/PSIP table data via nCompass Control and manages the carousel
insertion of that data into the associated transport stream output.
A maximum of 8192 PIDs for each multiplexer is supported.
The dynamic PID tracking of incoming services is supported.
PID filtering is supported to allow the removal of unwanted PIDs.
PID remapping is supported to allow a component received on one PID to be
output on a different PID.
Missing incoming PIDs can be detected and used to initiate appropriate alarms
to nCompass Control. Detected PIDs can also be excluded from the monitoring.
The MX8400 can operate in both active and redundant modes. Synchronization
of MX8400 configurations is automatically maintained for redundant mode of
operation.
The MX8400 provides Program Level Redundancy by sourcing any transport
streams missing from the primary network from the secondary network without
affecting any other active service. Refer to Annex E, Redundancy Modes for
further details.
The MX8400 supports dual redundant 10/100 Ethernet interfaces for system
control and for CA data.
The MX8400 supports a single fixed power supply(100-240 V AC)
The MX8400 supports an Alarm relay connection.
1.3.2.1 Program Specific Information Generator (PSIG)
PSIG (described by ETSI TS 103 197, DVB: High-end Implementation of DVB
Simulcrypt) is supported by this release of the MX8400.
The PSI Generator (PSIG) is defined as the head-end process(es) responsible for
generating MPEG-2 PSI (Program Specific Information) tables.
Note: Please refer to Annex I PSIG Support for further information.
1.3.2.2 Program Clock Reference (PCR)
Multiplexing non-time stamped components (e.g. DVB Subtitles or MHEG Data)
between incoming services is supported.
The MX8400 supports mixing time stamped components that reference valid
PCR PIDs from different remultiplexed feeds/incoming services. This is normally
only supported with feeds that use a single PCR reference in the incoming
transport stream or single PCR based Encoder's inputs.
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Each multiplexer supports the use of re-multiplexed PCRs (that is all multiplexed
services maintain their original program clock reference) or a single common
PCR (all incoming services are time adjusted to reference an internally
generated PCR).
Note: When operating in single PCR mode all contributing services must be
locked to a single common clock reference e.g. studio clock (HSYNC IN).
Release 5 of the MX8400 provides the capability, under nCC control, to allow
the remultiplexing of transport streams without reading, analyzing or processing
the PCR. This means the user can specify that an incoming transport stream
uses a raw bit rate measurement (i.e. ignore the PCR values in the transport
stream).
1.3.2.3 Frequency Synchronization
The main MX8400 system reference clock is an internal 27 MHz voltage
controlled oscillator. It can be locked to an externally sourced clock reference,
via the HYSNC input or GPS input. It can, also, be locked to the high-precision
on-board clock if no external source is available.
Dual HSYNC clock inputs support the option of locking an internal frequency
reference to an external studio clock. The external clock reference is
configurable to accept 625 or 525 line video standards.
Dual HYSNC clock output.
1.3.2.4 Table Generation
The MX8400 can generate and insert the DVB Time and Date Table.
The MX8400 can insert the DVB Time Offset Table. (This requires the use of
third-party equipment.)
The MX8400 can insert the PSIP System Time Table. (This will require the use
of third-party equipment.)
1.3.2.5 TS IP Summary of Features
Four independent
2
GbE transport stream data ports are provided. Each port
supports both RTP and UDP formatted packets.
GbE interfaces support IP packet jitter removal
1.3.2.6 ASI Input/Output Summary of Features
Four ASI outputs are provided. These support 188 and 204 byte transport
stream packets and are able to operate in byte and single packet burst mode.
Two ASI inputs are provided. These support 188 and 204 byte transport stream
packets and are able to operate in byte and single packet burst mode.
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Each port has its own MAC address.
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Indicators at the rear panel of the unit indicate the status of the ASI input and
outputs. These are described in Section 2.7.5 of Chapter 2, Installing and
Powering Up.
1.3.2.7 Dual PSU
The MX8400 Multiplexer is now available with dual hot-swap PSUs. See Chapter 5
for more information relating to the PSU.
Note: This is a new product and not an upgrade path.
1.3.3 Remote Reflex
1.3.3.1 Statistical Multiplexing
Statistical multiplexing delivers the efficient use of bandwidth whilst maintaining
picture quality. It makes use of the variable bit rate nature of video compression and
the improbability that all channels will peak in bit- rate demand simultaneously.
Grouping encoders together and allowing the group to share an aggregate pool of
bit rate enables the head-end system to provide either a better picture quality than
constant bit rate operation, or to maintain constant quality while adding more
channels into the multiplex.
Reflex is Ericsson's implementation of statistical multiplexing and is associated with
a multiplexer being co-sited with the encoder-sourced services. Remote Reflex is
used when services are sourced from encoders which are sited remotely from the
multiplexer.
1.3.3.2 Remote Statistical Multiplexing
With the introduction of IP-based connectivity between the MX8400 multiplexer and
the new encoder ranges, the Reflex technology has been extended to support
encoders located at remote locations over Wide Area Network to offer additional
benefits of further improved picture quality, higher efficiency and reduced capital
expenditure.
Up to 64 services for each output transport stream can be supported using Remote
Reflex. However, the total number of outgoing services across all transport streams
is limited to 400.
Remote Statistical Multiplexing is only available over IP and is not available for ASI
connections.
1.3.3.3 Reflex Operation
Remote Reflex allows statistical multiplexing of encoders located at a distance from
the MX8400, providing that the largest network latency between an encoder and the
MX8400 is no greater than 400 milliseconds.
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A system dependant delay constant is defined at the system configuration stage.
The MX8400 calculates the latency for individual Encoders and sets buffers
appropriately to ensure all Encoders within the system experience the same network
delay. This is achieved by ensuring the delay an Encoder service experiences is
equal to the predefined system delay constant.
An Encoder at a remote site will experience a larger delay in the network and is
therefore delayed less within the MX8400 input than an local based Encoder service
which is part of that the same Remote Reflex group.
1.3.3.4 Reflex Static Parameters
Table 1.3 lists all the static parameters associated with the Reflex function.
Table 1.3 Static Parameters [Reflex]
Name
Description Value
(25Hz
encoder
system)
Value
(29.97Hz
encoder
system)
Status Update
Period
Interval between V4 Reflex status reports from
encoder.
400 ms 133 ms
V1 Reflex Update
Rate
The rate(times/sec) at which set bit rate
messages are sent to V1 Reflex encoders.
25 s 30 s
Encoder Wait Time
For V1 reflex, the timeout period for all poll
responses from the encoders to be received by
the mux.
25 ms 18 ms
Reflex Delay
Delay in activating a reflex input, after
configuration.
3 s 3 s
V4 Reflex Update
Rate
The rate(times/sec) at which set bit rate
messages are sent to V4 Reflex encoders.
25 s 30
V4 Reflex Mux
Lookahead
The mux lookahead period used to calculate apply
time in V4 Reflex set bit rate messages.
400 ms 330 ms
PCR exchange
interval
Interval between mux sending PCR Exchange
messages to V4 Reflex encoders.
1000 ms
1000 ms
Bit rate On Failure
Delay ms
Delay period before assuming configured bit rate
on failure value for failing V4 Reflex encoder
2500 ms 2500 ms
Reflex broadcast V1 Reflex broadcast messaging - on/off off off
Note: In Table 1.3, V1 Reflex refers to Reflex and V4 Reflex refers to Remote
Reflex.
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1.3.4 Conditional Access
1.3.4.1 DVB CA (Option)
DVB CA, compliant with ETSI TS 103 197 V1.4.1, is supported via two RJ-45
GbE Ethernet connectors.
CA is supported on all eight output transport streams.
1.3.4.2 BISS
BISS
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Modes 0 and 1 are supported as standard on this release. The
scrambling mechanism, as defined in the DVB-CSA specification, is applied at
the Transport level only. This is configured using nCompass Control.
- Mode 0: No scrambling.
- Mode 1: All components are scrambled by a fixed Control Word (CW),
derived from a clear Session Word (SW). The MX8400 accepts the session
word is via an XML control interface. Any invalid session words will be
rejected (it must be a 12 character hex string).
Individual transport streams can be scrambled simultaneously with either
DVB CA or BISS but not individual components. The MX8400 will only support
one scrambling method on a single PID.
1.3.5 Single Frequency Networks Functionality
The MX8400 Multiplexer supports up to eight output transport streams with SFN
data. The SFN data for each output transport stream can be configured
independently via nCompass Control.
Note: Please refer to Annex H Setting up the SFN Functionality for further
information.
1.3.6 Extended Functionality
Multiplexer functionality can be extended by the use of purchasable options. See
Chapter 3, Hardware Options and Software Licenses for information.
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Basic Interoperable Scrambling System: Non-proprietary encryption from EBU (Tech3290).
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1.4 Role of the MX8400 Multiplexer
1.4.1 The MX8400 Multiplexer as an iSIS 8000 Solution Component
The MX8400 Multiplexer is a component of Ericsson iSIS 8000 solution and is
designed for use by broadcasters and distributors of video, audio and data services.
F
igure 1.4 shows the MX8400 Multiplexer’s role in a cable distribution scheme.
Figure 1.4 The Role of the MX8400 Multiplexer in a Cable Distribution System
1.4.2 MX8400 Multiplexer Control Using nCompass
The MX8400 Multiplexer is designed for unattended operation. Operation is through
the Ericsson’s nCompass GUI.
1.5 Guided Tour
1.5.1 Construction
The MX8400 Multiplexer is a modular construction comprising a main board and a
fixed PSU. It is constructed using a screened self-ventilated housing with all inputs
and outputs via rear panel connectors.
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